The duties of the DOFL Commander B-8.03 states “The NSVA DOFL Commander shall:

1.Preside at all meetings of the Executive Committee (Mid-Year), General Meeting (DOFL Convention) and any “Special Meetings” to preserve order and to confirm that the respective duties of all Officers and Committees have been carried out;

2. Appoint and outline the duties of the Chaplain, Master-At-Arms and any other Officers authorized by the members of the Executive Committee;

3.Become familiar with the contents of both the NavySVA Constitution, By-Laws and Standing Rules, the National Rituals and Procedures Manual and the Department of Florida Constitution, By-Laws and Standing Rules and the Department of Florida’s Standard Operating Procedures in their entireties;

4. Assist the NSVA-DOFL Secretary in finalizing the agenda for all meetings;

5.Carry out other duties as may be assigned by the NSVA National Executive Committee in accordance with the NSVA National Constitution and as approved by the General Membership.

The Commander’s responsibility cannot be taken lightly. His/her responsibilities require that the Commander consider the duties and functions of the Navy Seabee Veterans of America, Inc. and its subordinate unit, the Department of Florida, before any other organizations.

The responsibility for the management of the NSVA-DOFL rests completely with the Commander.